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How to Attain Your Heart's Desires
| Fri, 12-12-2003 - 6:36am |
How to Attain Your Heart's Desires
Have you discovered your heart's desires? Better yet, have
you made any progress toward achieving them?
Now, I know that the mere mention of the phrase "heart's
desires" may conjure up an interesting image or two -- like
when a genie pops out of a magic lamp and grants you three
wishes.
While it may work this way in the movies, I've found that
this isn't the case in the "real world." Rather, it is up to
each of us to be attuned to what we truly want in our
lives... and to blaze our own trail to reach our fondest
destinations.
While each person's path is unique, I'd like to share with
you several principles that will help to guide you along
this journey:
1. Be open to discovery. I don't think you find your heart's
desires as much as they find you! We often get fooled into
thinking we're identifying our heart's desires when, in
fact, we're following what someone else thinks is best for
us... or what our "logical mind" has figured out. This is
NOT what I mean.
When you're positive and receptive, you'll find that you're
"invited" to pursue a particular goal or to embark on a
project. Then, it's up to you to accept the invitation and
move forward, even if you're outside your comfort zone.
For instance, I never set out to be a motivational speaker
and writer. I just loved reading self-development books and
listening to motivational tapes, and then I began to get the
idea of pursuing this career.
So, be open and don't try to judge how or when your heart's
desires will come calling. You'll find that the paths that
beckon you are those that make use of your unique talents
and your unique personality -- and often in a way that is of
great service to others.
2. Expand your beliefs. Lots of people become frustrated
when things don't work out the way they want. The problem is
often a limited belief system. For example, many people
complain about not making enough money or not attracting the
right relationships. Yet, these same people keep saying (and
believing) such things as "I never have enough money at the
end of the month" or "All men are afraid of commitment."
Your belief system (and your self?talk) must support what
you wish to achieve. So, make sure your dominant thoughts
are focused on what you want -- as opposed to what you don't
want.
3. Go on a steady diet of positive emotions and feelings.
You accelerate your success and achieve your heart's desires
when you not only think positive... but also have positive
feelings.
I'm talking about strong positive feelings -- the kind that
make you tingle all over. This is the way you feel when you
see a young child smile, or watch a beautiful sunset.
Some of the most powerful positive feelings are love,
gratitude and forgiveness. When you access those feelings
consistently, you become a magnet for wonderful things to
come into your life.
The tricky part is to feel these feelings throughout each
day! I highly recommend the book, Excuse Me, Your Life is
Waiting: The Astonishing Power of Feelings by Lynn Grabhorn.
You'll get some valuable insights and techniques on the
power of feelings.
4. Let go of negative emotions. Just as positive feelings
help attract your heart's desires, negative emotions block
you from achieving greatness. The typical emotions in this
category are anger, hatred, resentment, jealousy and
judgment.
I wish I could tell you that I've conquered these negative
emotions. But I haven't. What I have realized is that these
emotions do not serve me in any way.
Trust your body. How do you feel when you're angry or
critical? You feel lousy and stressed out. You become a
magnet for problems and illness. Note: I'm not suggesting
that you deny your feelings. It's simply a matter of not
dwelling on them for a prolonged period of time.
Instead of getting bogged down in one of the negative
emotions, choose one of the positive feelings discussed
above and switch to a more productive frame of mind.
5. Be flexible because your heart's desires will change. You
may think you know what you'll want a few years from now,
but don't bet on it! A year from now, or even next week, you
may get the urge to move in a completely new direction.
Your interests will change. Your values will change. Your
priorities will change. This is a good sign and shows you're
growing and open to new avenues in your life.
Each year, I seem to get a new project that excites me and
draws my interest. I've learned not to question it. I just
do it, and things always work out for the best!
6. Follow the passion -- not the money. Don't get me wrong.
Money is important, and I like material comforts as much as
the next person. However, when money is the primary force
that drives you, you're unlikely to connect with your
heart's desires and achieve fulfillment.
Interestingly, you're also unlikely to accumulate much
money. However, when you pursue a career or hobby that
excites you, you're on the road to discovering your heart's
desires and to living a satisfying life. In time, that's
also the path most likely to bring you the material rewards
you want.
7. Get in "the flow." You attract people and opportunities
into your life as a result of your consciousness. At the
beginning of our journey, we tend to think that we have to
grit our teeth and fight to achieve our heart's desires.
Yet, when we're in the flow of life, we manifest what we
want much more easily -- like guiding a canoe along with the
current. Being in the flow is not the same as being passive
and sitting back, however. You still put forth effort, but
you find that when you're positive and pursuing your
"correct" path, things fall in place.
You meet people who can help you move forward. Sure, you
encounter obstacles, but you know you'll overcome them. It's
just a matter of time. If you're tense and struggling,
you're probably "off course" and need to make some
adjustments.
Please don't make the mistake of thinking that this article
is about spiritual and emotional fulfillment only; the
principles here will bring you material success as well. My
main goal is to get you to think about how these principles
are operating in your life -- and whether you could make
some changes to lead an even more successful, satisfying
life.
One final point: the actual act of achieving your heart's
desire is not always as exhilarating as you had anticipated.
The real joy comes from the everyday actions you take -- and
what you learn and become along the way. It's a journey of
growth and satisfaction that you don't want to miss!
-- Jeff Keller
(c) Attitude is Everything, Inc.
__________
Jeff Keller is a motivational speaker and author of the
best-selling book, Attitude is Everything. He recently
released a new audio program called "Success from Soup to
Nuts at http://snurl.com/successjk . For more information
about his motivational presentations and resources, visit
http://www.attitudeiseverything.com
Have you discovered your heart's desires? Better yet, have
you made any progress toward achieving them?
Now, I know that the mere mention of the phrase "heart's
desires" may conjure up an interesting image or two -- like
when a genie pops out of a magic lamp and grants you three
wishes.
While it may work this way in the movies, I've found that
this isn't the case in the "real world." Rather, it is up to
each of us to be attuned to what we truly want in our
lives... and to blaze our own trail to reach our fondest
destinations.
While each person's path is unique, I'd like to share with
you several principles that will help to guide you along
this journey:
1. Be open to discovery. I don't think you find your heart's
desires as much as they find you! We often get fooled into
thinking we're identifying our heart's desires when, in
fact, we're following what someone else thinks is best for
us... or what our "logical mind" has figured out. This is
NOT what I mean.
When you're positive and receptive, you'll find that you're
"invited" to pursue a particular goal or to embark on a
project. Then, it's up to you to accept the invitation and
move forward, even if you're outside your comfort zone.
For instance, I never set out to be a motivational speaker
and writer. I just loved reading self-development books and
listening to motivational tapes, and then I began to get the
idea of pursuing this career.
So, be open and don't try to judge how or when your heart's
desires will come calling. You'll find that the paths that
beckon you are those that make use of your unique talents
and your unique personality -- and often in a way that is of
great service to others.
2. Expand your beliefs. Lots of people become frustrated
when things don't work out the way they want. The problem is
often a limited belief system. For example, many people
complain about not making enough money or not attracting the
right relationships. Yet, these same people keep saying (and
believing) such things as "I never have enough money at the
end of the month" or "All men are afraid of commitment."
Your belief system (and your self?talk) must support what
you wish to achieve. So, make sure your dominant thoughts
are focused on what you want -- as opposed to what you don't
want.
3. Go on a steady diet of positive emotions and feelings.
You accelerate your success and achieve your heart's desires
when you not only think positive... but also have positive
feelings.
I'm talking about strong positive feelings -- the kind that
make you tingle all over. This is the way you feel when you
see a young child smile, or watch a beautiful sunset.
Some of the most powerful positive feelings are love,
gratitude and forgiveness. When you access those feelings
consistently, you become a magnet for wonderful things to
come into your life.
The tricky part is to feel these feelings throughout each
day! I highly recommend the book, Excuse Me, Your Life is
Waiting: The Astonishing Power of Feelings by Lynn Grabhorn.
You'll get some valuable insights and techniques on the
power of feelings.
4. Let go of negative emotions. Just as positive feelings
help attract your heart's desires, negative emotions block
you from achieving greatness. The typical emotions in this
category are anger, hatred, resentment, jealousy and
judgment.
I wish I could tell you that I've conquered these negative
emotions. But I haven't. What I have realized is that these
emotions do not serve me in any way.
Trust your body. How do you feel when you're angry or
critical? You feel lousy and stressed out. You become a
magnet for problems and illness. Note: I'm not suggesting
that you deny your feelings. It's simply a matter of not
dwelling on them for a prolonged period of time.
Instead of getting bogged down in one of the negative
emotions, choose one of the positive feelings discussed
above and switch to a more productive frame of mind.
5. Be flexible because your heart's desires will change. You
may think you know what you'll want a few years from now,
but don't bet on it! A year from now, or even next week, you
may get the urge to move in a completely new direction.
Your interests will change. Your values will change. Your
priorities will change. This is a good sign and shows you're
growing and open to new avenues in your life.
Each year, I seem to get a new project that excites me and
draws my interest. I've learned not to question it. I just
do it, and things always work out for the best!
6. Follow the passion -- not the money. Don't get me wrong.
Money is important, and I like material comforts as much as
the next person. However, when money is the primary force
that drives you, you're unlikely to connect with your
heart's desires and achieve fulfillment.
Interestingly, you're also unlikely to accumulate much
money. However, when you pursue a career or hobby that
excites you, you're on the road to discovering your heart's
desires and to living a satisfying life. In time, that's
also the path most likely to bring you the material rewards
you want.
7. Get in "the flow." You attract people and opportunities
into your life as a result of your consciousness. At the
beginning of our journey, we tend to think that we have to
grit our teeth and fight to achieve our heart's desires.
Yet, when we're in the flow of life, we manifest what we
want much more easily -- like guiding a canoe along with the
current. Being in the flow is not the same as being passive
and sitting back, however. You still put forth effort, but
you find that when you're positive and pursuing your
"correct" path, things fall in place.
You meet people who can help you move forward. Sure, you
encounter obstacles, but you know you'll overcome them. It's
just a matter of time. If you're tense and struggling,
you're probably "off course" and need to make some
adjustments.
Please don't make the mistake of thinking that this article
is about spiritual and emotional fulfillment only; the
principles here will bring you material success as well. My
main goal is to get you to think about how these principles
are operating in your life -- and whether you could make
some changes to lead an even more successful, satisfying
life.
One final point: the actual act of achieving your heart's
desire is not always as exhilarating as you had anticipated.
The real joy comes from the everyday actions you take -- and
what you learn and become along the way. It's a journey of
growth and satisfaction that you don't want to miss!
-- Jeff Keller
(c) Attitude is Everything, Inc.
__________
Jeff Keller is a motivational speaker and author of the
best-selling book, Attitude is Everything. He recently
released a new audio program called "Success from Soup to
Nuts at http://snurl.com/successjk . For more information
about his motivational presentations and resources, visit
http://www.attitudeiseverything.com
Live With Passion!
Phyllis
